MPT Program Training-MPT1000

CableTest Systems Inc.
The MPT 1000 Program Training
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Agenda
• Part 1.
• Introduction to Cable Test Systems Inc.
• Product line and Applications
• Part 2. Hardware and system setup

• Hardware Overview
– Communication, Power, Switching Architecture
• System Setup
– Physical Interconnects, Power Requirements, Interlock/EPO connection
• Software Installation/Setup
– Hardware Configuration, System Settings, User Policies, User Preferences
• System Validation (3 Layers of Validation)
– Initialization, Self Test, Calibration Verification

Agenda
Part 3. Software and programming
• The WireList
– Product Definition, Component Awareness
• MPT for Windows: Discovery
– The MPT Project, The Project Tree, Creating a New Project
• Test Program Generation
• Controlling and Understanding Results
• Advanced Tips and Tricks

Glossary of Acronyms and Abbreviations
(Selected)
Meaning Short Description
MPT Multi Point Tester
Matrix of relays on a card used to bring system sources and instrumentation to system test
MUX-xxx Switching Module
poings.
MUX-
Multiplexer of the Multiplexers Central Switching System of the MPT (Source Multiplexer)
MUX
MSR Measurement [Board] Main Low Voltage Source and Measurement Instrument
HiPot High Voltage Source (AC or DC) AC or DC High Voltage Source for High Voltage Testing (Dielectric or IR)
SLP AC Slope Board AC HiPot Amplification
BPCOM Backplane Communication Switchcard Address Arbitration
Programmable DC Source – Operates as Power Supply or Source and Measurement

HCS High Current Source
Instrumentation.
IO6 / I012 Input Output Board (6 or 12 ports) Digital I/O Board for Lamp / Safety / and User Input Output Control
FCC Fan Control Card DC Power Distribution and Fan Control
DHV Distributed High Voltage Term used to describe the distribution of MPT Switching using remote units
DMUX Low Voltage Distributed Switch Module Term used to describe the modules installed on Paddle Cards for Backplane testing.

Part 1
CableTest Systems Inc.

Product line and Application

CableTest Systems
• CT create satsified customers by aiming to

provide it’ defect free to you on time and
within budget.
• CT operates a Quality Management

System (QMS) that has ISO 9001
certification.
• CT is dedicated to improving the effective

of QMS and enhancing customer
satisfaction

CableTest Systems
• High Voltage Test Experts since 1982

• 40 people, 10 engineers, 20 production
• More than 2,500 test systems installed worldwide
• 1300 m2 of manufacturing space
• Multi-Lingual Tech Support

Key Customers

Serving Aerospace & Military

Serving Telecom & Mass Transit

Applications
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Military
• Telecom
• Transport

Complex Wiring Test Scenarios
Harness Assembly  Installation in Frame  MRO and Re-Work

Cabletest Product & Services
• MPT Analyzer
• Horizon
• Horizon 2
Your customized MPT
• CCM… 1000
• Custom support
• Customized solution

Part 2
MPT hardware and System Setup
MPT Wiring Analyzers

Modular, Rugged and Powerful

MPT Wiring Analyzers
MPT Modularity - Examples

MPT Series Testers – Base Models
Maximum
Slots per Card Number of
Operating Voltages Dimensions
Cage Points
(MUX200)
208VAC/60Hz 15A 27”W x 59”H x 26”D

MPT1000T 28 (x2) 11,200
(240VAC/50Hz 7.5A) (68.5cm x 150cm x 66cm)
115VAC/60Hz 15A 27”W x 44”H x 26”D

MPT1000 28 5600
(240VAC/50Hz 7.5A) (68.5cm x 112cm x 66cm)
115VAC/60Hz 10A 28”W x 15”H x 21”D

MPT5000 16 3200
(240VAC/50Hz 5A) (71cm x 38cm x 53cm)
115VAC/60Hz 10A 17”W x 15”H x 21”D

MPT5000L 8 1600
(240VAC/50Hz 5A) (180cm x 38cm x 53cm)

MPT Main features
• Expandable beyond 60,000 test points

• Switchpoints individually addressable and latchable
• Mixed high and low voltage energization
• Floating ground measurement
• Mass HiPot capability
• Test capabilities:
– Programmable or Fixed 5A
– Low Voltage
– 5000 VDC
– 3500 VAC

MPT Backplane Test Systems
• 60,000+ test points

• Test capabilities:
– Programmable or Fixed 5A
– Low Voltage
– Up to 20,000 VDC
– Up to 6,000 VAC
• Mass HiPot capability
• High & low voltage energization
• Floating ground measurement

MPT Custom Backplane Fixturing
• Can accommodate over 60,000+ points
• ‘Custom’ design based on client’s application
• Paddle card interface supplied by CableTest
• Mixed high and low voltage switching

MPT Distributed Testing
• High-voltage testing of large, high point-

count equipment
• Examples include trains, military

aircraft, nuclear submarines & satellites
• Multiple bus architecture allows for

modular distribution of high & low
voltage test points
• Remote probe allows easy PUT access

MPT Bulk Wire Test Systems
• ‘Custom’ design based on client’s application
• Test bundled wire spools up to 10 km
• High Voltage Test Systems beyond 3.5kV
• Max. 10KV conductor to conductor
• Max. 20KV core to sheath
• ‘Mass HiPot’ reduces test time

MPT 1000 for Elcan
• Total 2550 points

• 12 MUX200 +1 MUX150
• LV Source
• HVDC 1500V5mA
• HCDC28V2.5A

Hardware Overview
MPT 1000 – Controls and Indicators
* Appearance of customized unit may be different

Hardware Overview
MPT 1000 – Front View
1. Rear Door
2. Card Cage
3. Switching Module
4. 12V Power Supplies (3)
and Fan Assembly
5. Linear Supply Cooling Fan
6. +/-15V Linear Supply
7. MPT-SLP

Hardware Overview
MPT 1000 – Rear View
1. Card Cage
2. MPT-IO6
3. MPT-BP1028
4. 12V Power Supplies (3)
and Fan Assembly
5. MPT-MUXMUX
6. MPT-MSR
7. MPT-BPCOM(2)
8. +/- 15V Linear Supply
9. MPT-FCC-B
10. Rear Door Cooling Fan
11. MPT-HVDC
12. MPT-HCDC
13. MPT-SLP
14. MPT-HP180
HW-Switching Cards
Total Number of Test Connector Type Buffered for Mass
Voltage/Current Limit
Points (Quantity) Hipot
MUX-200S 200 5V / 100mA DB50 (4) N/A
MUX-200DB 200 500VDC / 2A DB50 (4) NO
MUX-150CH 150 1500VDC / 1000VAC / 2.5A Champ (3) NO
MUX-150DB 150 1500VDC / 1000VAC / 2.5A DB50 (3) NO
MUX-150ZB 150 1500VDC / 1000VAC / 2.5A ZIF (1) NO
MUX-150ZT 150 1500VDC / 1000VAC / 2.5A ZIF (1) NO
MUX-080 80 2000VDC / 1500VAC / 3A Positronic (2) YES
MUX-120 120 2000VDC / 1500VAC / 3A Positronic (3) NO
MUX-036L 36 3500VDC / 3000VAC / 10A Positronic (3) NO
MUX-024 24 5000VDC / 3500VAC / 3A Positronic (2) YES
MUX-036 36 5000VDC / 3500VAC / 3A Positronic (3) NO
MUX-008 8 10,000VDC / 6,00VAC / 3A Positronic (3) NO

HW-Switch Cards
MUX-200DB MUX-120 MUX-36L MUX-008
Sample Paddle Card

& DMUX-068/256 Configuration
Many other standard MUX switch cards are available.

http://www.cabletest.com/mpt-wa-switching.shtml

HW - MPT Source
• Standard Source
– LV Source
– HVDC Source
– ACHV, ACS
– HCDC Source
• External Source
– DC Glassman
– HCDC source
– Source Meter
– ….

HW-Standard Source-LV
• MPT-MSR (LV)
– On board current stimuli: 10uA, 100uA, 1mA,
100mA
– Voltage limit: 5V
– Capacitance Measurement
– Resistance Measurement
– Digital I/O
– Temperature Sensor (MPT1000(T) uses FCC)

HW-DCHV Sources
Cabinet
Maximum Voltage Current Limit
Compatibility
HVDC-0500 500VDC 5mA ALL

HW-Glassman Sources
– High Voltage DC (5000VDC – 20,000VDC)

– Available as Rackmount or ‘Shoebox’ depending on power
requirement
– Requires Discharge and Conditioning hardware
– Requires UPS and Watchdog for System Safety
– Requires MSR Add-On, DCIR for improved IR measurement.

HW-ACHV Sources
Cabinet
Maximum Voltage Current Limit
Compatibility
HVAC-1000 1000VAC 35mA ALL

HW-ACS Sources
– CableTest Designed High Power AC High Voltage Source.

– Currently available as 1.5KVA or 5KVA model.
– Example sources: 6KVAC, 250mA; 2.5KVAC, 1.44A.
– MPT 1000(T) Systems Only

HW-HCDC Sources
Programmable Cabinet
Current Limit
Voltage Compatibility
HCDC-LOR 1.0A 400mV ALL
HCDC-1.0 1.0A 28V ALL
HCDC-2.5 2.5A 28V ALL
HCDC-5.0 5.0 48V (72V / 96V) MPT5000/1000(T)

HW-Programmable External Sources
– Sorensen Series DC Programmable Sources

– Elgar Series AC Programmable Sources

HW-Supported External Meters
External meters can be wired directly into our measurement bus for 2
wire & 4 wire
•SRS LCR Bridge (715, 720)

•HP DMM (HP-3440)
•Keithley DMM (2001)
•Keithley Source Meters (2400, 2410)

HW- Matrix of Compatibility

Hardware
Communication Block Diagram
MPT-BP1028 MPT-1000
MPT- MPT-
PC or Laptop BPCOM BPCOM
SmartC OM MUX-MUX MPT-MSR

PCI Digita l
I/O MPT-IO6
Switc hin g Module s
MPT-HVAC
MPT-HCDC MPTHVDC HP180
SLP
Communication Block Diagram

Hardware
Power Block Diagram
Back Door Switch
Mains Fuse F1
120VAC60Hz 15A HCC 15-3-A (PS1) ±15VDC
Main
Power
Switch
PFC 375-1012 (PS2)

+12VDC
Switched Receptacles
MPT-FCC-B
120 VAC60Hz 3A PFC 375-1012 (PS3)
MPT-SLP (N/A) Fuse F2

PFC 375-1012 (PS3)
AMP 37
MPT-HCS Transformers
+12VDC
MPT-BP1028 ±15VDC
MPT-IO6
+12VDC TB4
Chassis Fan
TB1
TB4
MPT-MSR MPT-HP180
±15VDC
MPT-DCHP MPT-FCC-B Card Cage Fan Assembly
+12V
MPT-IO6 DOOR FAN MUX xxx (1)

+12VDC
MPT-BP1028 MUX xxx (2)
MPT-IO6 SONALERT +12V
+12VDC
+12VDC MUX-MUX MUX xxx (n)
HCS FAN

Current MPT Communications Hardware
Architecture
MPT 5000,500L
2 Cables
Flat Cable
PC Smart COM MPT Hardware

(Embedded) (Embedded)
Hardware:
_MPT MSR
_MPT HiPot DC
PC Running Optically
PCI or PC 104 _SMPT HCS
Windows Isolated
PCMCIA Emulated Running DOS _MUX80
Application PCI Bus 1Mb/s
Parallel I/O ISA Bus “Real-Time” _DHV Host
Synchronous
Card Software _RSU
Discovery Serial Bus
…
Driver calls are marshaled to the PC-104 software which executes

them and communicates in “real-time” with the MPT hardware
The results are marshaled back to the PC application

Current MPT Communications Software
Stack (Simplified)
MPT 1000,5000 5000L
PC Smart COM Card MPT Hardware
Windows Application
Discovery
MPT Hardware
Device Driver and Firmware
Remote Procedure Device Drivers
Call Marshaling
Communications “Real-Time”
Layer Communications
Communications Layer
Layer
Parallel I/O Driver
Physical Layer Physical Layer
Physical Layer Physical Layer Legend

Physical Communication Channels
Virtual Communication Channels

Hardware
Switching Architecture
MUX-MUX
MPT-DCHP (HOT) MPT-ACHP (HOT)
MPT-DCHP (NEUT.) MPT-ACHP (NEUT.)

MUX-xxx (n)
DMM B DMM C
MUX-xxx (3)
DMM A DMM D MUX-xxx (2)
MUX-xxx (1)
LCR B LCR C
LCR A LCR D MAIN BUS
Source + A A TEST
+
B B TEST
Sense +
TP TP TP TP
1 2 3 4
Sense - C C COM
D D COM
- Source -
MPT-MSR AA
AA
MPT-BP1028
BB
BB
CC
DD CC
Source +
Source -
Sense +
Sense -
DD
AUXILIARY BUS
MPT-HCS

Hardware
Switching Architecture – 2-Wire Measurement w/ Tare
MUX-MUX

MUX-xxx (n)
DMM B DMM C
MUX-xxx (3)
MUX-xxx (1)
LCR B LCR C

Rt
Source + A A TEST
+
B B TEST
Sense +
TP TP TP TP
1 2 3 4
Sense - C C Rc COM
D D COM
- Source -
MPT-MSR AA
AA
Rput
MPT-BP1028
BB
BB
CC
DD CC
Source +
Source -
Sense +
Sense -
DD
Rtotal = Rt + Rput + Rc
AUXILIARY BUS
Rtare = Rt + Rc
MPT-HCS Rput = Rtotal - Rtare

Hardware
Switching Architecture – 4-Wire Measurement
MUX-MUX

MUX-xxx (n)
DMM B DMM C
MUX-xxx (3)
MUX-xxx (1)
LCR B LCR C

Imsr
Source + A A TEST
+
B B TEST
Sense +
TP TP TP TP
1 2 3 4
Sense - C C COM
D D COM
- Source -
MPT-MSR AA
AA
Rput
MPT-BP1028
BB
BB
CC
DD Vput
CC
Source +
Source -
Sense +
Sense -
DD
Rput = Vput / Imsr
AUXILIARY BUS
MPT-HCS

Hardware
Switching Architecture – DHV

Break!
Questions?
then
Assemble Cards to MPT Tester

HW-Integrate modular MPT
System Setup
• Install PCI Card into PC or Install PCMCIA card into Laptop

– Power On PC to allow windows to Auto detect the card.
– Drivers will be auto detected from the MPT for Windows Installation CD.
– You must have administrator rights on the PC in order to install the
hardware device.
• Connect SmartCOM box to PCMCIA or PCI cabling.
• Connect MPT via MPT-COM cables to the SmartCOM box.
• Connect facility power to the MPT and SmartCOM box.
• Switch Power On on MPT and SmartCOM box.
• Begin MPT for Windows Discovery installation.

System Setup
PCI / PCMCIA Digital I/O
Desktop Installation Prepare a computer

CT already done this.
Laptop Installation
PCI Digital IO
PCMCIA Digital IO

System Setup
SmartCOM Connections / Controls and Indicators
Cooling Fan This card is embedded in tester

CT already done this.
PCMCIA Cable Hookup
Power LED
Power Switch
PCI Cable
RS232 COM1 and COM2
Hookup
MPT COM Cable Connections

System Setup
System Connections
Laptop Installation
Connected and Ready
for Use
Facility Power Input

Interlock I/O Installed

System Setup
MPT I/O Interlock, EPO, Start, Fail, Pass Lamps
PIN Number Description

1 CR0/+
2 CR0/-
3 CR1/+
4 CR1/-
5 CR2/+
6 CR2/-
7 CR3/+
8 CR3/-
9 CR4/+
10 CR4/-
11 CR5/+
12 CR5/-
13 GND (0VDC)
14 Fused +12VDC
15 +12V For EPO
16 Fused +12VDC
17 Calibration Output
20 Fused +12VDC
21 Start Light
22 High Voltage Light
23 Pass Light
24 Fail Light
25 GND

MPT tester for Raytheon Elcan
• Computer and smartcom card are integrated to MPT 1000 case,

• Your system appears as:

Part 3
Software and Programming
• Software Installation
• MPT Discovery
• Basic MPT programming
• Advance program

Software Installation / Setup
• Login as Administrator to PC / Laptop

• Launch CD
• Continue to Select Next to progress through the setup.
Confirm Product Version
Select Next to Continue

• Setup Installs MPT for Windows Discovery.

• Setup Installs Borland Database Engine
• Setup Installs and Registers Port Drivers – Re-start usually
required at this point.

• Setup Prompts to Upload Drivers to SmartCOM Box.

• Windows NT PCI Device Informer Appears
If you are using a Laptop
• Select Exit Program. – You will see this
message. It is OK.

• Setup Prompts to Upload Drivers to SmartCOM Box.

• The Upload process is Automatic and you will prompted when it
is complete.

• Launch MPT for Windows Discovery from the Desktop

Shortcut.
• Discovery will launch – you will be prompted to enter a Login
and Password.
• Default Login: Administrator
• Default Password: mpt

• Configure Software for Installed MPT Hardware using the

Hardware Setup.
By default the switching
system is detected
automatically. Once
your config file is
written, it highly
recommended to change
to a fixed configuration.
Select and Enable All

Devices Delivered with
Your MPT System.

System Validation
3 Layers of Validation
How do you know the system is working?

1. Initialization (MPT Hardware)
– Successful Initialization Confirms:
• Communication of All Hardware (Including Switching if you are using a
Fixed Config File)
• Self Diagnostics of LV Measurement System (MSR), Source
Multiplexer (MUX-MUX), DC High Voltage, Programmable Current
Sources, and External Devices (as applicable)
2. Self Test (Switching System)

– Successful Self Test Confirms:
• All electro-mechanical relays in the switching matrix are operating
correctly.

System Validation

3. Calibration Verification
– Successful Calibration Verification Confirms:
• Measurement system (LV and HC) are performing within MPT
documented specifications.
• Voltage Sources and Arc Detection circuitry are performing with MPT
documented specifications.
– It is recommended to perform Calibration Verification at least once
every 6 months and more frequently where MPT systems are used
in harsh conditions.
– The Calibration Verification Tool requires re-certification once every
year.
System Validation

3. Calibration Verification
– The MPT system requires no in field calibration.
– If Calibration Verification fails this is considered a service issue and
the modularity of the MPT allows for simple replacement of faulty
parts.

Create your program
• Generate wirelist
• Create test program
• Test the product
• Diagnose and locate the faults
• Generate your reports

What is the Wirelist?
Wirelist maps the wiring of the product.

The WireList
Wires are organized based on test points
The key to any successful test is a true and accurate WireList. Because of the complexity of
many products (or the inclusion of components and component networks), you may find that
you cannot use the New Product Wizard to generate WireLists for your product.
In these circumstances it is more practical to generate them outside of the Discovery
environment.
The MPT WireList is a comma delimited ASCII file that can be read by any spreadsheet
application (e.g. Microsoft Excel) and by a text editor (e.g. Scintilla Editor)
The file extension for the WireList is ‘CSV’, which is an acronym for Comma Separated
Values.
<connector label>,<pin label>,<test point>,<net #>,<order #>,<group name>,<type>

What is the WireList?
Wirelist maps product wiring
J1 J2
1 1
2 2
3 3
4
5 4
Common points belong to the
Same Net
J1 1 101 1 1 purple 1
J1 2 12 2 1 blue 1
J1 3 34 3 1 green 1
J1 4 65 3 2 green 1
J1 5 45 4 1 orange 1
J2 1 76 1 2 purple 1
J2 2 89 2 2 blue 1
J2 3 112 3 3 green 1
J2 4 3 4 2 orange 1
Mapping of connector points back to

MPT system points

The WireList
Understanding the MPT Format
Connector Label:
The mating connector to the product under test (PUT).
Each connector on your product must have a unique label (E.g. J1, J2, J3,… etc.)
Pin Label:
The connector pin at the product under test.
Each pin on each connector must have a unique label (alpha or numeric).
Test Point Address:

The test point at the front face of the MPT switching (The absolute address: 1 to the max number of
test points available).
Net Number:
A unique number for each set of shorted test points (Auto-entered during Learn or manually entered).
Order Number:
The order the pin occurs in the Net (Auto-entered during Learn or manually entered).

The WireList
Understanding the MPT Format
Group Name (Optional):

Group is an optional name that identifies one or more nets that are related in some way.
Names may be up to 41 characters long, and may contain any printable character except
double quotes.
Multiple Group Names can be assigned to a point by separating them with semi-colons.
Group names overwrite net numbers in result files and can be used instead of net numbers
when create test programs.
Test Point Type:
Simplex or Kelvin connection. If you are creating a WireList without probing and have Kelvin
connections, then you will need to select ‘2’ in this field. Otherwise, the probing of a Kelvin
connection will automatically select the correct type.
1 for Simplex
2 for Kelvin

The WireList
Simple WireList (Kelvin)
J1 J2 75
101 1 1 76
2 2
102
3 3
4
5 4
Type Column Has Changed

J1 1 101 1 1 purple 2
J1 2 11 2 1 blue 2
J1 3 35 3 1 green 2
J1 4 65 3 2 green 2
J1 5 45 4 1 orange 2
J2 1 75 1 2 purple 2
J2 2 89 2 2 blue 2
J2 3 111 3 3 green 2
J2 4 3 4 2 orange 2
Only odd points appear for KELVIN

Connections – Even point is ASSUMED

The WireList
Component Awareness
<connector label>,<pin label>,0,< connector label >,< pin label >,<group name>,<component
type>
Test program generation can be simplified by adding all passive components (Resistors, Diodes, and
Capacitors) in your product to the WireList.
Discovery’s test algorithms will take these components into consideration as it performs Low Voltage
Isolation tests and HiPot cycles.

The WireList
Component Awareness (Component Type)
Component Type Isolation HiPot

Resistor 100 Groups the nets that the terminals are connected Groups the nets that the terminals are
to, together in a single net to avoid performing the connected to, together in a single net to
isolation test between these nets. avoid performing the HiPot test between
these nets.
Signature 101 Groups the nets that the terminals are connected Groups the nets that the terminals are
(ACMS) to, together in a single net to avoid performing the connected to, together in a single net to
these nets.
Capacitor 200 Doesn’t group nets. The capacitor is tested for Groups the nets that the terminals are
(non- isolation. A delay time may need to be connected to, together in a single net to
electrolytic) programmed to allow for the charge time. avoid performing the HiPot test between
these nets.
Capacitor 250 Groups the nets that the terminals are connected Groups the nets that the terminals are
(electrolytic) to, together in a single net to avoid performing the connected to, together in a single net to
isolation test between these nets because avoid performing the HiPot test between
electrolytic capacitors tend to have charge times these nets.
and high leakage currents.
Diode 300 The anode net is grouped together with the Groups the nets that the terminals are
(unidirectional) cathode net to avoid performing the isolation test connected to, together in a single net to
in the forward direction. The cathode net is left avoid performing the HiPot test between
alone, allowing for an isolation test to be these nets.
performed in the reverse direction.
Diode 350 Groups the nets that the terminals are connected Groups the nets that the terminals are
(bidirectional) to, together in a single net to avoid performing the connected to, together in a single net to
these nets.

The WireList
Product with Component(s)
J1 J2
1
C1 1
2 2
3 3
4 R1
5 4
J1 1 101 1 1 purple 1
J1 2 11 2 1 blue 1
J1 3 35 3 1 green 1
J1 4 65 3 2 green 1
J1 5 45 4 1 orange 1
J2 1 75 1 2 purple 1
J2 2 89 2 2 blue 1
J2 3 111 3 3 green 1
J2 4 3 4 2 orange 1
J2 3 0 J2 4 R1 100
J1 1 0 J1 2 C1 200

Create a Wirleist
• Wirelist is saved as a CSV file

– With productname.CSV
• Ways to create this CSV file
– Use New product Wizard
– Use probe
– Edit with Spreedsheet (Excel or open office)
– Translate from existing software with translate tools (Optional)

Discovery Software Productivity
• Wizard Assisted Operations
• Simple Operator GUI
• Simple Program Environment
• Advanced Programmers Tools
• Security and Controls

Discovery
The MPT Project – Key Files
Required Files
• <filename>.mpt Project file
• <filename>.csv Address Table (WireList)
• <filename>.txt TestList (Program)
Generated Files
• <filename>.bin RunList (created by compile)
• <filename>.lot Result File (auto-generated during test run)
• <filename>.dbf Raw Result Database (auto-generated during test run)
Optional Files
• <filename>.cal Tare File
• <filename>.dyn Dynamic Tare File
• <filename>.dxf CAD Drawing
• <filename>.htm HTML page(s)

Discovery
The MPT Project – Product Tree
Product
Project file for the MPT product. Has the .MPT extension. All files associated with the project
are referenced here.
Test List (required)

A text file containing the test commands for the product under test. Associated file will be
used during the compile.
Address Table (required)

A CSV file containing all product interconnectivity and mapping of adapters/fixtures to the
MPT switching. Associated file will be used during the compile.
NetList
A Net oriented view of the Address Table
(Automatically generated/updated from the Address Table)
Connectors
View all connectors referenced in the Address Table.
Tare (optional)
Associated files can be used to improve the accuracy of two wire resistance measurements.
Associated files must be referenced in the test list to be used.

Discovery
The MPT Project – Product Tree
Static Tare
General Tare file used to negate the resistance and capacitance of the MPT, adapters, and or
fixtures.
Dynamic Tare
A real-time means of adjusting the static tare values based on sampling of reserved adapter
points.
Drawing (optional)
DXF file used for visualization of product under test. An associated file will open in the DXF
viewer during product testing.
Report
Associated file (.LOT) contains results of the last test run on the product.
Result Table
Associated file (.DBF) contains the raw result data of the last test run on the product.
Additional Files
Associated files can be any additional file you would like to be part of the MPT project (e.g.
HTML, INI, CAL, etc..)
Console
Opens the Console window (if closed)

Discovery
The MPT Project – Creating a New Product
1. New Products can be created using the New Product Wizard.

– The New Product Wizard guides the user through the generation of
the key MPT files required to test their product. The Wizard works
very well for simple products (no components and learnable).
2. New Products can be created by selecting File  New
Product.
– Creating a New Product will generate a Product Tree for a product
with the name Untitled#.mpt. Select File  Save Product As to
name your New Product.
– Use the Change Associated File feature of the Product Tree to
add manually created WireLists to the project.
Discovery
The MPT Project – Creating a New Product – 5 Easy Steps
1. Define the Number of Connectors you are using.

– These are the connectors at the end of adapter cables or on fixture boards that mate
to the product being tested.
2. Name each connector and define the number of points they each have.
– J1, J2,… etc..
3. Map each point of each connector to the MPT system points using
Probe or Manually.
– It is highly recommended to Probe adapter cabling and fixtures at least once to
ensure proper wiring and good connections.
4. Learn a known good sample. Or, define NetList manually.

– Connect a known good sample of your product to the MPT and learn its connections.
If the product is unavailable or more complex, edit the generated CSV file to complete
the NetList information.
5. Assign Group Names.

– Provide meaningful names to each Net for improved results and reporting.
Discovery
The MPT Project – Test Program Generation
• Select F11 to edit the current product’s TestList.
• Test programs are written using the MPT Command Language

(MCL) .
– There Set Commands and Action Commands.
• Each type of test to be performed (whether continuity, isolation,
or high voltage), you must first set the parameters of the test
and then define the points, nets, or groups the test is to be
performed on.

Discovery
The MPT Project – Test Program Generation
• Test Programs are edited within the Scintilla Editor

• The Editor features:
Syntax Highlighting
Command Recognition / Auto-completion.
• The Discovery Compiler is equipped with a syntax checker for

quick debugging of test code.

Discovery
The MPT Project – Introduction to Test Commands (Conductor)
• MCL comes equipped with a single ‘do-all’ command called:

Conductor();
• Conductor performs tests on your product for opens, shorts and
miswires in a single command.
• To set the parameters for Opens: use SetConductor();

• To set the parameters for Shorts/Miswires: use SetInsulation();

Discovery
SetConductor(LV, Pass < 10 Ohms, I = Auto);

SetInsulation(LV, Pass > 4KOhms, I = Auto);
Conductor(All);
• The above test code will verify the entire WireList for opens,
shorts and miswires.
• To verify only portions of the WireList you may specify the net
number you wish to test or the Group Name of the net you wish
to test.
Conductor(“purple”);
• The above will verify the Nets with the Group Name purple for
opens, shorts and miswires.
Discovery
SetConductor(Device, Pass Criteria, Stimulus);
Device: LV (MSR), HC (HCS), DMM (34401A)

Pass Criteria:
Stimulus:
MSR: 10uA, 100uA, 1mA, 100mA, AUTO
HCS: I = .001 Amps to 2.5 Amps
V = 1 Volt to 28 Volts

MPT Software Saves Time

Wizard Assisted Operations

Simple Operator’s GUI

User-Configurable GUI
Dockable
Display CAD Windows
Drawing
Display Product
Tree
Display Test
Results
Display Test
Program

Enhanced Test Program Editing
Syntax
Highlighting
Auto Completion
Lists
Call Tips

Integrated Debugger
Run Pause
Debug
Stop
Mode
Step
Break
Points

Full Control of User Group Rights

Secure Environment

Program Auto-Generation
• NetList Auto-Generation Wizard
• Test Program Auto-Generation Wizard
• Input source flexibility
• Universally compatible test program

Import NetList Wizard

Auto-Generation Flexibility

Auto-Program Generation Wizard

Auto-Generated Test Program

Discovery - Summary
• Simple Operator Controls enable you focus on testing
• Standard Matrix-Oriented Programmers Environment
• Advanced Programmer Environment easy programming
• Generic ‘.csv’ results allow manipulation by most report

generators and databases
• Software control for external devices provide more flexibility
• Optional translate tools preserve your former investment

MPT Fault Diagnostics
• LV Fault Detection and Repair
• HV Fault Detection and Repair
• Product Trace Feature
• Measurement Fault Detection
• Fault Reporting

Hold On Fail – LV Fault Detection

High Voltage Fault Diagnostics

Real-Time Product Trace

Measurement Diagnose Screen

MPT Fault Reporting

Program for Raytheon-Elcan
Test program
• Load program and Run

• Input board serial number
and Operators ID

Program for Raytheon-Elcan
• Locate the faults

• Save test result
• Print test reports

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208VAC/60Hz 15A 27”W x 59”H x 26”D

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115VAC/60Hz 10A 17”W x 15”H x 21”D

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MUX-200S 200 5V / 100mA DB50 (4) N/A

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